Re: Vacuum/Thermoformed Plastic Dr. DOOM Costume/Armor/and Mask - More Armor Work...
That's interesting and all, but what about that awesome Scooby Doo bucket!!!!
Thanks for the step by step photos. Who knows how many future makers this thread will help!
Also, how did you support the mask/helmet internally during the molding process?
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Ha! Yes the Scooby Doo bucket was borrowed from my 5 year olds collection of little buckets. When he saw me using it he said, "Hey, that's my bucket! But you can use it as long as you don't break it.". :lol The good news is that the silicone just pulls right out once it's cured! So he got his bucket back!!!
After letting the silicone cure I made an old fashioned two piece jacket with plaster gauze and pottery plaster. Works great for indoor builds as there is no smell, unlike fiberglass.
Once the jacket cured overnight I pulled it apart. I came apart very nicely and you can see the high tech support method (EVA Foam) I used to seal the eyes and mouth as well as build it up high enough to make a good lip.
The mold came out nice and with a few small tweeks it will be ready for the first cast. It had a few bubbles so I am not sure if I like the Rebound or the Stroke better for the print layer. But it should turn out just fine.
I will let everything sit apart for a few more hours to make sure there are no uncured parts. Then later today I will try a few casts to see how they turn out! Stay tuned!
